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New ZealandThe weather in April in Kaikoura
It's cool to moderate in April in Kaikoura with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? April isn’t a good month to be in Kaikoura. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for Kaikoura, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2021, Kaikoura reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In April, there is an average of 125 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in April for Kaikoura
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kaikoura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| Kaikoura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 125 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 11 days |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Kaikoura with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 10°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Kaikoura is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in Kaikoura, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in Kaikoura
Temperature in April in Kaikoura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in Kaikoura, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in Kaikoura
Total precipitation in April in Kaikoura over the years
Daily UV index in April in Kaikoura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Kaikoura, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kaikoura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kaikoura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.